Blackwood

Travel Guide

The view south from Newbridge railway station. The single-track railway line is crossed by the Calzaghe bridge opened in September 2009.
Photo by Jaggery (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
The view south from Newbridge railway station. The single-track railway line is crossed by the Calzaghe bridge opened in September 2009.
Photo by Jaggery (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
St Sannan's Church, Bedwellty This church, dating from the 13th century, is prominently situated at 300m on a ridgeway. For some historical information on the Parish of Bedwellty see http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~familyalbum/kedwelty.htm .
Photo by Robin Drayton (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Rhymney Valley Looking across the Rhymney Valley towards Brithdir. The A4049 is in the foreground.
Photo by Robin Drayton (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
View from St Sannan's churchyard, Bedwellty Just beyond the churchyard on the right is a greyhound racing track. The Rhymney Valley can be seen at the upper left with the peaks of the Brecon Beacons on the horizon.
Photo by Robin Drayton (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Maesycwmmer Blackwood Wales
The price is €195 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€195
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Parc Penallta ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (483 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,003 reviews)
Clean room, good breakfast, very pleasant helpful staff

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Get rates
The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is €130 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
€130
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,333 reviews)
Always love staying here, fantastic hotel.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
See all 2,008 properties in Blackwood
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews)
Nice space. Easy checkin. Good walking around location.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
Quay Apartments Clarence House
See all properties in Blackwood
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.

Principality Stadium
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle featuring heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture

Cardiff Castle

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

Cardiff Castle
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

Barry Island Beach

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

Utilita Arena Cardiff

Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.

Utilita Arena Cardiff
Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:

Cardiff University

Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.

Cardiff University

Things to do

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

€15
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

€103
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

€20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour

€10
per adult
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

€68
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Penarth Marina

Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.

€11
per adult
Personally guided walking tours of Penarth.
See all activities in Blackwood

Reviews of Blackwood

4.1
Top destination
5 - Excellent
2
5 - Excellent 22%
4 - Good
6
4 - Good 67%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Visited the lake and what a surprise lovely walk beautiful all around

View of Newport Sands Beach from the golf club. Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales. UK

Newport

Cardiff which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes

Cardiff